JOB DESCRIPTION Financial Planning & Analysis Manager You're an original. So are we. We're a company of people who like to forge our own path. We invented the blue jean in 1873, and we reinvented khaki pants in 1986. We pioneered labor and environmental guidelines in manufacturing. And we work to build sustainability into everything we do. Our brands stand for freedom and self-expression around the world. Main Purpose:To lead the financial planning, analysis and finance controlling function for the SSA market and manage the organization's financial reporting. To forecast financial results and review budgets while managing risk. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities: Collaborate cross functionally to deliver an integrated 3-year financial plan (SBP) that is aligned with the Group's 'Growth Blueprint', strategic priorities and guidance to the affiliates. Assist in setting Levi Strauss South Africa's 3-year financial targets. Develop and maintain the South Africa Financial Planning model. Completion of the SBP, Annual Financial Plan, and Forecasts in line with latest IFRS/US GAAP standards and through effective & efficient collaboration across functions within a matrix structure. Responsible for monthly and quarterly GP financial closure procedures by adhering to Control cut-off procedures and deadlines. Provide monthly management accounts (including key drivers of performance and variance analysis) to Country Manager, Finance Lead and Cluster Finance post monthly financial period closure. Provide training on completion of submission templates to wholesale account managers, retail manager and cost center managers. Review cross function submissions to proactively flag questions with the relevant stakeholders. Perform analysis on key financial risk/opportunity areas to support and inform decision making for the affiliate. Work closely with the Finance Director to review financials. Prepare presentation decks ahead of the meetings with Cluster finance. Complete all reporting requirements from the Cluster and Group. Submit the Annual Financial Plan and Forecasts into Essbase for Cluster and Group Consolidation. These submissions include the profit and loss, balance sheet, capex. Support the local leadership team and cluster finance team in managing the South Africa Key Performance Indices. Complete special projects that could result in improved financial efficiencies across the businesses. Ensure that best practices are implemented across the business in respect of planning activities. Monitor, track, and report on progress of financials on key projects across the affiliate. Complete valuation models for projects. Actively liaise and work with other teams, including treasury (Group), tax (Group), HR (local) and Supply Chain (local) to ensure complete alignment of input into business planning within the affiliate, cluster and Group. Qualifications and Experience: Bachelors degree with CIMA/ Chartered Accountant (SA) or studying towards CIMA/CA(SA). 5-6 years experience in a similar role. Good understanding of financial planning principles and accounting/reporting standards. Financial modelling skills to build robust and integrated models for different and complex business models. Working knowledge of IFRS. Understand accounting processes and internal controls. Experience with multi-currency reporting and translation. Ability to effectively plan using latest decision support technologies (e.g., SAP, Essbase, Hyperion, Excel). Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Ability to explain difficult financial concepts to senior leadership team. Able to communicate complex and often contentious matters to a wide range of audiences both verbally and in writing. Able to build strong networks and strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Able to apply trends and changes to business models. Good report writing skills with the ability to explain key insights concisely. Key Competencies: Growth Mindset. Strategic thinker with strong analytical capability. Commercial Acumen. Good Communication Skills (verbal and written). Strong Planning and Organising skills. Ability to collaborate with different stakeholders across many functions. Assertiveness. Ability to work independently. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Problem solving skills and a sense of urgency with decision making. Accountability for the results and the drive for mutual success. Excellent execution and attention to detail. Outstanding organization and time management skills. Should you meet all the above requirements and wish to apply for the vacancy, please send your CV directly to ******. Please also inform your Line Manager of your intent to apply for the position prior to the submission of your application. Applications close: 15 August 2024. As a responsible employer, Levi Strauss SA (Pty) Ltd is committed to and understands its responsibilities in terms of the Employment Equity Act of 1998. LSSA (Pty) Ltd is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all individuals. LOCATION: South Africa, Cape Town - Office FULL TIME/PART TIME: Full time
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